If you want to take your relationship to the next level, but worried about which birth control method you should use to avoid pregnancy, then hopefully this article will be helpful for you.
All couplesdesire to have control over when and if, they want to become parents as you have to be ready both physically and mentally to take care of a baby. There are many things that are to be kept in mind while choosing a birth control method that is most suitable for your needs.
Factors that play a vital role in selecting a suitable birth control method are:-
- Efficacy of different birth control methods;
- The number of partners you are having intercourse with;
- Number of times you have intercourse;
- Whether you want to get pregnant in future or not;
- Birth control method, you are comfortable with;
- Your health condition;
- Adverse effects of various birth control methods.
Keep in mind, that no birth control method is hundred percent effective, they can also fail, hence it is very important to use birth control methods properly and every time you have intercourse.
Different types of birth control are:-
- Unceasing abstinence;
- Emergency contraceptives;
- Birth control using natural methods;
- Hormonal methods like injections, vaginal rings; oral contraceptives, etc.
- Emergency contraceptives;
- Implants such as Intrauterine devices (IUDs);
- Barrier methods like female and male condom; diaphragm etc.
The risk of getting pregnant can be de decreased, if you pick a mode to pregnancy which is both safe and efficient such as Dianette. It is an oral contraceptive pill which consists of Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone acetate.
Unique mechanism of Action of Dianette:-
The Cyproterone acetate works against androgen hormone to act as a contraceptive and blocks the receptors on which androgen hormone acts. Ethinylestradiol is an estrogenderivative and blocks the maturation and release of eggs from the ovaries and increasethe viscosity of the mucus present in the cervix, which prevents entry of sperm in the uterus through the vagina. It also alters the lining of the uterus so that it becomes difficult for the fertilized egg to get implanted.
Dosing schedule:-
Each tablet is to be consumed every day for 21 days and then a 7 day break in which you do not have to take your pills. There is reduction in hormone levels during this break, which leads to withdrawal bleeding. After a 7 day break, again start with the same schedule.
Side effects:-
Headache; nausea; stomach ache; Pain in the breasts; Mood changes; Stroke; high blood pressure, hemorrhagic stroke, etc.
If you miss a pill of Dianette, follow the instructions below:-
- If you miss a single dose:-
If you forget to take one dose, or start your new dosing schedule one day late, you should take the pill you missed as soon as possible, even if you have to take two doses at the same time. Then continue taking the rest of the doses as normal.
- If you miss two doses:-
If you forget to take two or more doses, or start your new dosing schedule two or more days late, you should take the last dose you missed as soon as possible, even if this means taking two doses at the same time. Leave out the other missed ones. Then continue to take your doses, one every day, as normal.
Safety tips:-
- You should not consume any Hormonal contraceptives while using Dianette for the treatment of Acne.
- If you are allergic to Cyproterone acetate and/or Ethinylestradiol, do not take this drug.
- It is contraindicated in pregnant women and breast feeding mother.
- If you have Diabetes, Cardiovascular disorders and Hypertension, then do not use this drug.
- Do not use this drug, if you have liver and kidney diseases.